Braj Holi 2026: From Barsana’s Lathmar Holi to Rangbharni Ekadashi; Check the Full Schedule Here
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Mathura/Barsana, February 22, 2026: The vibrant colors of Holi have begun to fill the air in the land of Krishna. Folk songs of Phag are echoing through the villages of Braj, and devotees are eagerly waiting for the moment when sticks will rain down in Barsana, the village of Radha Rani. If you wish to be a part of the world-famous Lathmar Holi this year, note these dates in your diary now.
1. Key Dates and Events (Braj Holi 2026 Calendar)
The main attractions of the Braj 'Rangotsav' are hidden in these dates:
| Date | Event Name | Venue |
| Feb 24 (Tuesday) | Laddu Holi | Shriji Temple, Barsana |
| Feb 25 (Wednesday) | Lathmar Holi (Barsana) | Main Rangili Gali, Barsana |
| Feb 26 (Thursday) | Lathmar Holi (Nandgaon) | Nand Bhavan, Nandgaon |
| Feb 27 (Friday) | Rangbharni Ekadashi & Phoolon Wali Holi | Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan |
| Feb 27 (Friday) | Cultural Rangotsav | Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi, Mathura |
| March 01 (Sunday) | Chhadimar Holi | Gokul |
| March 03 (Tuesday) | Holika Dahan | Across Braj |
| March 04 (Wednesday) | Dhulandi (Main Day of Colors) | Mathura and across Braj |
2. Lathmar Holi: A Unique Blend of Love and Valor
Lathmar Holi symbolizes the divine play (Leela) of Radha-Krishna, where Krishna (the cowherd of Nandgaon) would come to tease the Gopis of Barsana, and the Gopis would drive them away with sticks.
Barsana (Feb 25): Here, the 'Huriyare' (men) from Nandgaon arrive, and the 'Huriyarins' (women) of Barsana shower them with sticks (Lathis). The men protect themselves using shields.
Nandgaon (Feb 26): The following day, the men from Barsana go to Nandgaon, where the women of Nandgaon shower them with love and sticks.
3. Special Suggestions for Tourists (Travel Tips)
Timings: While the main event in Barsana starts after 2:00 PM, it is mandatory to reach there by 8:00 AM due to the massive crowds. The administration closes vehicle entry after 9:00 AM.
Registration: Unlike the Char Dham Yatra, there is no registration fee here. However, given the heavy influx, the administration has divided the security into 7 zones and 18 sectors.
What to Wear: Wear white cotton clothes and protect your mobile phones/cameras with waterproof plastic covers.
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